Alberta Braces for First Significant Snowfall of the Season

Alberta Braces for First Significant Snowfall of the Season

Alberta Braces for First Significant Snowfall of the Season

As we move deeper into October, the arrival of winter weather is becoming more evident, especially in parts of Alberta. According to Environment Canada, some regions are already bracing for snowfall starting Monday. A special weather statement was issued late Saturday evening, cautioning that snow is expected to hit various parts of the province. Meteorologist Erin Staunton from Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) mentioned that a low-pressure system developing in Alberta on Sunday will be responsible for the chilly weather shift. As this system crosses the prairies and exits the province, it will pull in cold air behind it, causing snow to start falling.

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Edmonton, while not directly under a snowfall warning, still has a 30 percent chance of seeing snow early next week. However, the real focus is on the areas west of Edmonton, where snowfall warnings have been issued. The Rocky Mountain foothills and the Swan Hills could experience around 10 cm of snow. The snow is expected to begin late Sunday evening, tapering off by Monday morning. Drivers in these regions are advised to be cautious, as the snowfall could create visibility issues and rapidly changing road conditions.

Further south, Calgary and central Alberta are under a special weather statement due to the expected snow. This advisory stretches from Ponoka in the north to Clareshome in the south. While central Alberta is only predicted to receive a few centimeters of snow, the rapidly changing conditions make it important for drivers to stay alert, especially along Highway 2. Initially, rain is expected to fall Monday morning, but this will transition into snow as the day progresses. The question remains whether any significant snow will stick to the ground, but the first snowfall always brings a reminder that winter is fast approaching.

For Albertans, this forecast serves as a clear signal to prepare for winter driving conditions and bundle up as the province enters the snowy season once again.

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